Administrative Assistant

The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is looking for a full-time Administrative Assistant based in San Diego, CA office.   

Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.  Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role
The selected candidate will have both administrative and clerical duties including: 
•    Manage the front desk:  Answer front desk phones, manage office phone system, and transfer calls to employees.  Greet visitors when they arrive for meetings with management or staff.  Make a professional and courteous first impression with clients and visitors.
•    Order office supplies and keep track of inventory
•    Maintain copiers in working order
•    Sort and deliver mail to employees
•    Conduct New Employee Orientations
•    Assist new employees with ordering business cards, phone/computer set-up, key access, and office supplies
•    Perform various accounts payable duties and assist with expense reports. 
•    Project administrative support tasks such as database entry and document formatting support
•    Other support tasks as needed.

This position is Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, in the San Diego office.  This is not a remote position.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of administrative support experience working in an office setting and at least 6 months of experience working with an environmental consulting firm.  

You will also have / be: 
•    Proficient with MS Outlook, MS Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat is required  
•    Able to prioritize tasks and information flow and have excellent multi-tasking and time management skills
•    Excellent communication and writing skills
•    Excellent mathematical skills 
•    Ability to effectively use a computer and software 
•    Knowledge of basic office administration principles
•    Able to maintain confidentiality of information
•    Knowledge of and ability to practice proper business etiquette over the phone and in person
•    Ability to listen actively to instructions and carry out assigned tasks
•    Able to keep track of deadlines and meet them
•    Strong attention to detail
•    A positive, “can-do” attitude

Degree / Certifications
•    BA or BS degree preferred. 

Work Environment
•    This position requires you to work in our San Diego office, Monday – Friday, from 8:00am – 5:00pm.  (This is not a remote position). 
•    You may need to lift up to 20lbs. 

Life at Tetra Tech
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
•    Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
•    Merit-based financial rewards.
•    Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
•    Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
•    Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.  

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security.  Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

The Salary Range for this position is $25.00/hour to $27.00/hour, depending on education, experience, skills, and location.

Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.